The lollipop breast lift is a specific surgical procedure that is designed for women who want to return their breasts to a more youthful look. It can provide the right amount of shaping with the most minimal incision lines possible. Designed for women who require a medium amount of surgical correction, the lollipop breast lift…
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Can bad scars from breast lift and breast augmentation be revised or corrected?
There are scar revision procedures that can lessen the appearance of scars. You should wait at least a year after your breast augmentation or breast lift for the scar to mature. During this time you will notice the scar lighten, fade, and smooth out. If your scar is lumpy, bumpy or raised, you may have a hypertrophic scar or…
Brazilian Model Experiences Complications After Multiple Breast Augmentation Procedures
A Brazilian model who underwent breast augmentation to get the largest breasts in the world is now experiencing complications after more than 30 surgical procedures. The latest reports say that Hershey is experiencing a staph infection in her breasts, which could be life threatening if it reaches the bloodstream. How common is this type of complication? …
After Breast Surgery: Are Patients Prepared for Recovery?
Patients are fortunate to have so many rich information sources at their disposal when it comes to cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. From outside sources like websites and brochures, or directly from your surgeon, you can learn about what to expect during and after your surgery. However, some patients are apparently not receiving the information they…
Can breast implants cause loss of sensation?
Breast implants may cause a change in nipple sensation in some cases. Expect to have a temporary change as nerves will be stretched by the implant and swelling from the surgery won’t allow the nerves to send signals properly for about 3-4 months. As the swelling goes down and the nerves get used to their new…
Defining Success: 6 Outcomes of Breast Surgery
Based on patient input, researchers have formulated a “conceptual framework” that defines successful breast surgery, in a general sense. 6 factors can influence patient satisfaction and quality-of-life improvements in cosmetic surgery of the breast: 1. Aesthetic improvement – this is obviously, by definition, the main goal of cosmetic breast surgery. participants of the study commented about improvements…
Allergan Assures Consumers Its Breast Implants Are Safe
Allergan sought to reassure patients of the safety of its silicone breast implants following the breast implant scandal involving the French company Poly Implant Prosthese (PIP). In a release, Allergan stressed it was not part of the investigation, which led to the French health minister suggesting that French women should have PIP silicone implants removed. PIP used…
New Silicone Breast Implant Approved by FDA
There are now more options when choosing breast implants with the recent approval of another silicone breast implant by Sientra Inc. With the latest approval, there are now three silicone gel-filled breast implants approved by the FDA in the U.S. They are manufactured by Allergan, Mentor and Sientra. Sientra’s implants have been approved for breast augmentation in women 22…
Enhancing Volume By Adding Implants to Your Breast Lift
Each woman’s breasts change uniquely over time, and as a result may develop a number of changes in size, shape and position. To address these changes, there are a number of different breast surgeries that may be use, and these surgeries may also be combined to provide the most customized care. In general terms, breast surgeries may…
Cosmetic Breast Surgery Patients on TODAY Show
In their recent Life Changers series Kathy Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb have been highlighting different ways that Cosmetic Surgery can impact every day life. This episode introduces two women with different perspectives. Erica Moseley, the first guest, was an A-cup and had always dreamed of larger breasts. She says, “I would be in my…
